Burrata with Balsamic and Basil
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Burrata with balsamic and basil is one of the easiest appetizers to make AND it can be served on a platter in under 5 minutes.
What exactly is burrata? Is it mozzarella cheese? The answer is yes and no. The outer casing of burrata is mozzarella, but the inside is a mixture of cream and shredded mozzarella cheese curds. This mixture is called ‘stracciatella’ and it forms the delicious gooey magic of this appetizer.
Enjoy this incredibly easy appetizer that involves no cooking. I like to grab some homegrown basil from the garden during the summer months. You could also add fresh tomatoes if you like.
If you can’t find burrata at your local grocery store (Hint: it’s usually in the deli section with gourmet cheeses), you can use fresh mozzarella slices instead. You’ll miss out on the creamy interior, but the appetizer would still be delicious.
Burrata with Balsamic and Basil
Creamy burrata covered with balsamic vinegar and fresh basil is a quick and easy appetizer.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 oz Burrata ball
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper
- 5-10 basil leaves chopped
- Gourmet crackers or crostini
Instructions
- Drain burrata ball and place on small serving dish.
- Smoosh burrata ball open with your clean hands and slightly spread it out for easier scooping.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over burrata.
- Sprinkle basil on top.
- Serve with crackers or crostini.
